Seward Library Foundation
About
For several decades many people in the Seward community – especially the library director, the staff, and frequent patrons – saw the need for a new public library. Every year, the Fourth of July sale of used books in front of the old Carnegie building became a vivid reminder that for every new book purchased, one had to be discarded.​
The original library structure, located at 5th and Main, was built in 1913 with funds from the Carnegie Library Commission. The original library building was overcrowded, provided minimal accessibility, had restricted parking, limited storage and cramped space. When compared to 20 communities of similar size, Seward ranked first in rate of circulation, for both adult and children's' books, but ranked last in library square footage. A new multi-functional, quality library building was greatly needed in Seward.
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Wide-spread yearnings for a new building led to the establishment of the Seward Library Foundation in 1990. The Foundation came into being for one purpose: to provide more adequate library service for the community of Seward by looking into possibilities for a new facility. The first Foundation members were Arlo Bower, Doug Ellis, Duane Gabriel, Mike Hecker, Virginia Hughes, Becky Vahle, and Annette Wallman.
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Today, the Seward Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the facilities, services and programs of the Seward Memorial Library beyond what is currently provided by City tax dollars.
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Current Seward Library Foundation members are:
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John Hughes, President
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Mark Minchow, Vice President
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Ryan Burger, Secretary-Treasurer
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Greg Damman
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Alan G. Gless
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Vikki Gremel
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Carla Ketner
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Trish Lindner
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Dawn Navis
Projects
Giving
Make a Planned Gift and Leave a Legacy
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Gifts of cash, personal property, real estate, securities, memorials, trust and estate gifts, financial investment instruments, etc. are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. An acknowledgment letter for tax purposes will be sent.
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Why are we asking for private donations for a public library? As an alternative to taxation, private investment allows individuals to support an effort that will provide a lasting improvement to their community, basing their gift on conscience and ability.
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Your investment in the library will bring you satisfaction and a special joy in knowing you have also become a pioneer for the future, that you joined with many others to make Seward County the special place it is today.
Make a Donation Today!
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Checks may be mailed to:
Seward Library Foundation
P.O. Box 42
Seward, NE 68434